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Harriet Tubman

Chronicles the events in the life of Harriet Tubman. Includes sketches, photographs, and images.
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Laura Ingalls Wilder

Focuses on the author of the beloved Little House on the Prairie series, and the exciting pioneer childhood that was the inspiration for her books.

John F. Kennedy

Presents the life of John F. Kennedy, describing his rise to presidency and how his leadership changed the course of history.

Harry Houdini

Presents a photographic introduction to the life and accomplishments of Harry Houdini, one of the most famous magicians of the twentieth century, discussing his family, his early work experiences, his entry into the entertainment business, and the development of his career as an escape artist.

Annie Oakley

Profiles the life of Annie Oakley, discussing her childhood, love of hunting, performances in the Wild West show, marriage, and later years; and includes over 100 photographs and illustrations, definition boxes, sidebars, and a time line.

Albert Einstein

Presents a photographic introduction to the life and accomplishments of Albert Einstein, one of the most significant scientists of the twentieth century, discussing his boyhood, schooling, early career, family, and discoveries in the field of physics.

Marie Curie

A biography of Polish-French physicist and chemist Marie Curie, who was a pioneer in the field of radioactivity and won a Nobel prize in both physics and in chemistry.

Charles Darwin

Chronicles the life and career of Charles Darwin, describing his childhood in early-nineteenth-century England, his beginnings in science, his voyage of discovery on the "Beagle, " the publication of "On the Origin of Species, " and his relationships with his wife and children.

Princess Diana

Tells the life story of Diana, Princess of Wales, describing her childhood at Park House and Althorp, courtship with and much-publicized wedding to Prince Charles, problematic marriage, relationship with her sons, charity work, and early death, and includes many color photos.

Nelson Mandela

Biography of the South African leader, who was jailed for 27 years, served as South Africa's first black president, and become one of the world's most inspirational champions of human rights.

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